Mohamed Salah has said he is “at peace” with his decision to leave Liverpool FC at the end of the current season, bringing an end to a nine-year spell that has defined a successful era at Anfield.
The 33-year-old forward confirmed his departure will come after an agreement with the club to terminate his contract early, despite it originally running until 2026. The decision, reached amicably, signals the conclusion of one of the most decorated periods in Liverpool’s modern history.
Speaking in an interview with former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard on TNT Sports, Salah explained the thinking behind his exit and the sense of closure he now feels.
“I feel that going through this season has made this decision the right one now, and I am at peace with it. The season has been difficult for all of us… but everything that has happened has made me say: no, it’s time to leave, so I am happy.”
Difficult season and strained moments
Salah’s final campaign at Liverpool has been marked by tension, including a public disagreement with head coach Arne Slot in December. The dispute arose after Salah was left out of the starting line-up during a challenging run of results, prompting the player to accuse the club of “throwing him under the bus”.
Although relations improved following his return from the Africa Cup of Nations, the eventual agreement to part ways without financial compensation suggests the bond between player and club had weakened.
Despite those challenges, Salah indicated that external advice played a decisive role in shaping his exit strategy.
“I’m happy that I’m leaving now through the front door, because that was something you told me, ‘Leave on your own terms,’ and I still remember those words.”
Future uncertain as farewell approaches
Salah, currently dealing with an injury, has not ruled out a return before Liverpool’s final home game of the season against Brentford FC, which is expected to serve as his farewell appearance at Anfield.
“Honestly, I feel I have a lot to offer. Physically, I am in excellent condition, and I have played many matches this season. I have not yet decided on my next destination, but I have many good options.”
His departure, alongside left-back Andy Robertson, represents a significant loss of experience and leadership within the squad.
A legacy that reshaped Liverpool
Salah leaves behind a legacy defined by collective success and a strong team ethic. Reflecting on the squad that secured the UEFA Champions League in 2019 and the Premier League title in 2020, he highlighted the unity that underpinned their achievements.
“Every player had the same goal. There is no complacency, there are no individual heroes. Everyone knows what they have to do, and if you don’t do it correctly, someone else will put pressure on you to do it correctly.”
“We’ve had that strong bond over the past few years, and I sincerely hope that doesn’t change. The team is changing now, but I hope the new players maintain the same spirit and standards that have made Liverpool what it is today.”
End of a defining chapter
Liverpool are now preparing for a new phase, having already invested heavily in the transfer market as they reshape the squad following the departure of former manager Jurgen Klopp.
Salah’s exit marks the closing of a remarkable chapter in the club’s history, one in which he emerged as a central figure, leading Liverpool to major honours and establishing himself as one of the most prolific forwards in its history.
As he prepares to leave Anfield, the Egyptian forward does so on his own terms — a decision he says brings both clarity and peace after years at the top of European football.
